Civil rights groups denounce Facebook over hate speech
Facebook keeps telling critics that it is doing everything it can to rid its service of hate, abuse and misinformation By BARBARA ORTUTAY and AMANDA SEITZ Associated Press July 8, … Read More
Data: Congress created virus aid, then reaped the benefits
WASHINGTON — At least a dozen lawmakers have ties to organizations that received federal coronavirus aid, according to newly released government data, highlighting how Washington insiders were both author and … Read More
Dr. Fauci warns against ‘false complacency’
“It’s a false narrative to take comfort in a lower rate of death,” Fauci said during a live stream press conference with Sen. Doug Jones of Alabama, a Democrat. “There’s … Read More
Victoria records 134 new cases of coronavirus
Victoria records another 134 cases of coronavirus as the whole of Melbourne prepares for six-week lockdown – but Dan Andrews refuses to answer key question about new outbreak Victoria has … Read More
Refusing to wear a face mask should be as taboo as drink driving, experts say
Will face masks now be compulsory in ALL shops? Matt Hancock says they are an ‘important part of our armoury’ – after top scientist said refusing to wear one should … Read More
China furious at ‘conspiracy theories’ after dossier’s spy claims
Former British diplomat says China is a ‘black vulture on policymakers shoulders’ as he reveals he contributed to dossier by ex-MI6 spy accusing Beijing of grooming UK establishment figures Former-diplomat … Read More
Hooray, it’s a stamp duty holiday! Rishi Sunak’s tax cut will give flagging homes market a boost
Hooray, it’s a stamp duty holiday! Rishi Sunak’s six-month tax cut ‘will save buyers up to £15,000’ to spark growth and boost jobs across the economy Chancellor Rishi Sunak is … Read More
McConnell eyes virus aid as evictions, benefits cuts loom
With Congress bracing for the next coronavirus aid package, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is outlining Republican priorities, including a five-year liability protection to shield doctors, schools, businesses and others … Read More
Data: Congress created virus aid, then reaped the benefits
WASHINGTON — At least a dozen lawmakers have ties to organizations that received federal coronavirus aid, according to newly released government data, highlighting how Washington insiders were both author and … Read More
Protective gear for medical workers begins to run low again
The personal protective gear that was in dangerously short supply during the early weeks of the coronavirus crisis in the U.S. is running low again as the virus resumes its … Read More
